Exceptional Summer Pre-College Health and Biotechnology for High Schoolers in San Francisco

University Of Berkeley Campus

• Opportunity to explore the city's rich cultural and historical heritage.
• Visits to famous landmarks including;
  • • the Golden Gate Bridge,
  • • Alcatraz Island,
  • • Pier 39.
• Enjoy iconic experiences like a baseball game.

• 20 hours of project-based learning by subject experts per week
• 20 hours of industry-focused visits per week
• Real-world project workshops

Health & Biotechnology Industry Workshops:

• Campus visits: Explore health tech and biotech, witnessing the fusion of science, innovation, and healthcare.
• Interaction with scientists, researchers, professionals: Learn about drug discovery, genomics, biotech's impact on medicine.
• Partnership with biotech pioneer: Offers lab experience.
• Hands-on activities: Involvement in genetic research, drug development, biotech innovations.
• Firsthand knowledge: Interact with scientists in interactive labs, understanding healthcare advancements.

Sample Modules:

Module 1: Theory & Research

• Intro to healthcare innovations and biotechnological breakthroughs
• Study scientific methods in medical research, medical technology advancements, and biotech ethics
• Foundational understanding of research methods in health tech and biotech Module 2: Practical Experience
• Practical experiences in health tech and biotech in San Francisco
• Visits to biotech labs, health innovation centers, medical research institutions
• Insights into genomics, drug development, wearable health technologies Module 3: Real-World Project
• Design a digital health solution for a medical need
• Incorporate genomics, tech advancements, and ethics
• Focus on competitive advantage, user interface, and medical outcomes Module 4: Professional Development
• Link academic study with healthcare solutions
• Career opportunities in health tech and biotech
• Guest speakers, expert panels, workshops on medical innovations
• Personalized coaching for career guidance and roadmap

Hannah C:

• DPhil student in Medical Science, John Radcliffe Department of Medicine, University of Oxford.

• Doctoral Project: 'Hypertension Explored in Long-term Post-Partum Follow-Up in Later life'.

• Focus: Examining longitudinal effects of pregnancy-related hypertensive disorders on future disease risk.

Guest Speakers from Previous Summers:

• Abi Oyepitan - Former Olympian: A two-time Olympian and Commonwealth Gold and Silver winning track and field athlete.

• Dr Lynda Shaw - Neuroscientist & entrepreneur: A journey in personal development - how to create your own set of tools to fast track success

• Dr Nigel Warburton - Philosopher, author & journalist: How do great people find answers to deep and meaningful questions?​​